Panasonic Camera Lumix Dmc G5 Owners Manual

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Before Use
∫Lens
H-PS14042
(LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14 – 42 mm/
F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S.) H-FS014042
(LUMIX G VARIO 14 – 42 mm/
F3.5 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
H-FS45150
(LUMIX G VARIO 45 – 150 mm/
F4.0 – 5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S.)
1 Lens surface
2 Zoom lever  (P81)
3 Focus lever  (P101)
4 Contact point
5 Lens fitting mark  (P17)
6 Focus ring (P101)
7 Zoom ring (P81)
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Before Use
At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. 
Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below.
1Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180 o)
2 It can be rotated 180 o forward.
3 Return the monitor to its original position.
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Only rotate the LCD monitor after opening it wide enough, and be careful not to use 
excessive force as it may be damaged.
The LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs.  This is convenient as it allows you to take 
pictures from...

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Before Use
This touch screen detects pressure.Note
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If you use a commercially available liquid crystal protection 
sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. 
(Some liquid crystal protection sheets may impair visibility or 
operability.)
•If a commercially available LCD protection sheet is used,  a little 
extra pressure  may be required if you notice that the touch 
screen is not responsive.
•Avoid letting the hand holding the camera accidently apply 
pressure to the touch...

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Before Use
Pressing the cursor button:
Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed.
Pressing [MENU/SET]:
Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed.
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This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4 /2/
1.
Even when the camera is operated using the touch screen, it is possible 
to operate with the cursor button and [MENU/SET] button if a guide like 
the one shown on the right is displayed.
Even on menu screens etc. on which...

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Before Use
Function lever can be used in 2 ways, for zoom operations (P81) and 
for Exposure Compensation  (P88).
Slide the lever to left or right to operate.
∫ To assign a function to the Function Lever
You can assign a function to the function lever  at [Function Lever] in the [Custom] menu. The 
default setting is [AUTO].
1Select [Function Lever] in the [Custom] menu. (P64)
2Touch the item.
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Exit the menu after it is set.
Function Lever
ItemSettings
[AUTO]
When the lens is replaced, the camera...

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Before Use
About the Lens
∫Micro Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
This unit can use the dedicated lenses compatible with the 
Micro Four Thirds System lens mount specification (Micro 
Four Thirds mount).
∫ Four Thirds™ mount specification lens
Lens with the Four Thirds mount  specification can be used by 
using the mount adaptor (DMW-MA1: optional).
∫ Leica mount specification lens
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When you use the M mount adaptor or R mount  adaptor (DMW-MA2M, DMW-MA3R:  optional), you 
can use Leica M...

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Preparation
Changing the Lens
•Check that the camera is turned off.•Change lenses where there is not a lot of dirt or dust. Refer to P213, P214  when dirt or dust gets on 
the lens.
1Turn the lens rear cap A and the body cap  B in the direction of the arrow 
to detach them.
•Do not put your hands inside the mount.
2Align the lens fitting marks  C (red marks) on 
the camera body and the lens and then rotate 
the lens in the direction of the arrow until it 
clicks.
•Do not press the lens release...

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Preparation
1Attach the lens cap.
2While pressing on the lens release button B, 
rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and 
then remove.
•Always attach the body cap to the camera body so that dirt or 
dust does not get inside.
•Attach the lens rear cap so that the lens contact point does not 
get scratched.
Note
•It is recommended to attach the lens cap or attach  the MC Protector (optional) to protect the lens 
surface when carrying. (P208)
Detaching the lens
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When using the...

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Preparation
When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens 
hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in 
contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
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The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) does not have a lens hood.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens 
(H-FS014042)
Insert the lens hood into the lens 
with the short sides at...

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Preparation
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
•We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from 
dropping.
1Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap 
eyelet on the camera body.
A: Shoulder strap eyelet
2Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the ring 
in the direction of the arrow and then pass it through 
the stopper.
3Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the hole 
on the other side of the stopper.
4Pull the other side of the shoulder 
strap and...